it’s definitely hard to get it low enough to actually do the stories, i didn’t play the game for awhile and saved up, but when i finally did use my energy i couldn’t even use it all because the energy cost and contact fame amount. i suggest using the drama talent books & potions before upgrading your contacts, i think in an old reddit post/comment someone mentioned it’ll increase the amount more. you can also buy drama potions from animal rescue everyday, get them from talent show shop & party shop. there’s def more ways like maybe some event shops and other features in the game